We know that adopting a cat, regardless of race, color, gender or age, is an act of pure love that offers us the opportunity to live with a feline full of skills and charms. How often do we be surprised and learn about our pets’ attitudes and abilities? However, some breeds of cats are more successful in conquering millions of people from different cultures than other races, either for their privileged physical beauty, for their personality or for their remarkable intelligence and kindness. That’s why, in Animal Expert, we invite you to know the 10 most popular breeds of cats in the world and to know a little more about these beloved cats.
You probably have or meet someone who simply owns or loves these adorable cats. Persian cats seem to have been born to succeed. Not only for its soft and slightly beautiful appearance, but also for its noble personality, friendly and affectionate. In fact, Persians are so expensive around the world that, since they started registering with the CFA (Cat Fanciers Association) in 1871, they rank first among the world’s most popular breeds of cats. An undeniable conqueror!
- Although its fur is truly valuable.
- It should be noted that the care of a Persian cat as a pet should include daily grooming to preserve its good health and avoid the formation of knots in its beautiful fur.
There are many possible reasons for the success of Siamese twins as pets, but their personality certainly deserves the utmost importance. They are very affectionate and faithful cats, able to convey an immense affection to the members of their family. In addition, short hair is also an appeal of this breed, as it requires simple care to stay clean, beautiful and healthy.
It is very easy to recognize a Russian blue cat: it is a medium breed, elegant and stylized with a short fur and grey or silver tones that can sometimes show a bluish tone and large ears. This breed of felines has been popularized for its particular appearance and also for its affectionate and very playful personality. In addition, it releases less hairs and requires a simple care of brushing, which facilitates the maintenance of your fur. Today, it is very common to find a Russian blue among the favorite pets of families with children.
The appearance of an American Bobtail cat is generally very friendly and attractive, and is also one of the most popular breeds of cats in the world. The breed is characterized by a medium but robust size, with a remarkably rectangular posture and larger hind legs than the front ones. In addition, it has a small tail, both in relation to its own body and compared to other breeds of cats.
However, his popularity is not due to the charm of his body, but to his active, intelligent and sociable personality. An excellent pet for those who like to play and have long fun with their faithful companion.
A Somali cat is usually very interesting and somewhat enigmatic, thanks to its somewhat wild appearance derived from its fur and its features. However, they are domestic cats with a great capacity to adapt to family life and at home. They have an active personality, learn easily and have a great predisposition to form.
The Somali not only comes from the abyssal cat, but is also very similar to an animal of this ancient breed of felines. In fact, the only really noticeable difference between the two cats is the length of their fur: while Somali has an average fur, which requires daily brushing, the Abyssin has a short fur and easy to maintain.
In recent decades, the breeds native to Russia and Siberia have grown considerably and have gained enormous popularity around the world. While among dogs, the Siberian husky and samoyed have become beloved animals, when it comes to cats, the Siberian breed has conquered many cat lovers, becoming one of the most popular feline breeds in the world.
Like its canine companion, the Siberian cat retains a somewhat wild appearance, is very resistant and possesses an abundant fur that allowed it to survive the extreme cold of its homeland. Before choosing them as a pet, it is necessary to be clear that it is a breed of large felines, which requires special attention both in the brushing of its fur and in its early socialization.
Ragdoll can literally be translated into Portuguese as “rag doll”. But far from looking like an old toy, these cats have elegant features, which are complemented by a docile and very balanced personality. Thanks to this, the ragdoll is without a doubt one of the most popular breeds of giant cats in the world.
Its origins, according to specialists in feline genetics, are the result of several crosses between other older breeds, such as Persian and Siamese. One of the peculiarities of this breed is that its childhood is usually long, it can take up to 3 years to reach adulthood and complete its physical and cognitive development.
These cats have gained great popularity in recent years thanks to their enormous size and remarkable robustness. An adult male in Maine coon can weigh more than 10 pounds and measure up to 70 cm wide. But this giant body reveals a very affectionate cat, which gets along with water and shows great sociability. In other words, an excellent pet for a family with children or for a home with other cats.
In addition, this breed has some curiosities about its origin, starting with its name. The first part is derived from the state of Maine, in the United States, where it comes from, but the? Raccoon? is an abbreviation for ‘raccoon’, which literally means ‘raccoon’. All this is explained by a legend that the Maine raccoon is a hybrid between a raccoon and a wild cat. Funny, isn’t it?
And we must not forget a very interesting feature of this breed: the Maine are able to intermingle in different shades. As if it wasn’t enough to win us over for their beauty and personality, these charming giants can also “sing for you.” How can I resist?
Essa raça originária da ilha de Man (uma das ilhas Britânicas), se diferencia das demais raças felinas por ter sofrido uma mutação natural na sua coluna vertebral. Os gatos maneses, também conhecidos como gatos manx, não têm calda, embora alguns exemplares possam contar com um toco minúsculo na região da calda. Além dessa particularidade, trata-se de uma raça amável e leal, de porte médio e pelagem média.
Although it is native to Thailand, this breed is currently divided into two groups: English Burmese (or Burmese) and American. They have a long and silky coat, which is usually very easy to maintain compared to other abundant felines, one of the reasons that led them to close the list of the most popular feline breeds in the world.
It has become very popular thanks to its “canine” character: they are sociable and extroverted cats, which show great flexibility in their daily habits. And according to the guardians of Burmese cats, their cats not only answer their name, but also welcome them at the door with a lively welcome.
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